<p><strong>Business Unit Controller </strong></p><p>Private Equity owned organization </p><p>Company in growth mode </p><p><br></p><p>Support multiple business units in a fast-moving environment while strengthening reporting accuracy, financial controls, and operational insight. The role works closely with both local leadership and corporate finance teams to help scale the business and support continued expansion.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the full accounting cycle for three business units, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting across each operation.</p><p>• Oversee month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and the preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.</p><p>• Partner with operational leaders to review financial performance, investigate variances, and highlight risks and opportunities that affect business results.</p><p>• Support integration efforts for newly acquired entities by aligning accounting practices, improving consistency, and establishing standardized internal controls.</p><p>• Contribute to corporate accounting initiatives, including consolidations support, audit preparation, and assistance with tax-related deliverables.</p><p>• Administer the company’s global corporate credit card program and help maintain strong oversight of related processes and controls.</p><p>• Coordinate with teams across multiple regions to address compliance, reporting, and financial matters involving different regulatory environments.</p><p>• Help strengthen financial systems, reporting processes, and documentation to support ongoing growth and organizational scalability.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include vacation, insurance, 401K, holiday pay and more </p>
<p>We are looking for an Assistant Controller to support daily accounting operations and help maintain accurate, timely financial reporting for the organization in Wadsworth, Illinois. This position plays a key role in cash management, month-end close, account reconciliation, tax compliance, and internal control review. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting experience, advanced Excel capabilities, and a careful, analytical approach to resolving discrepancies and meeting deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and review of financial records and supporting reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Monitor daily banking activity, build cash flow reporting, and reconcile cash-related transactions across multiple locations while investigating irregularities.</p><p>• Record credit card processing charges each day and resolve variances by tracing activity and coordinating with appropriate parties.</p><p>• Review site-generated documentation for accuracy and compliance with established procedures and internal control expectations.</p><p>• Maintain real estate tax schedules, process payments by required deadlines, and record related accrual entries in the general ledger.</p><p>• Support accounts payable administration by setting up new vendors and maintaining account information for AP activity as needed.</p><p>• Lead monthly close tasks by preparing and posting journal entries, including accruals and other recurring adjustments, within established deadlines.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet and receivable-related accounts, research outstanding differences, and work with management to bring issues to resolution.</p><p>• Prepare and submit recurring tax filings, including motor fuel and sales tax returns, while tracking rate updates and applying changes accurately.</p><p>• Assist with annual accounting activities such as 1099 reporting, audit support, insurance renewal documentation, and other controller-led initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>• Profit Sharing plan</p><p>• Dental insurance</p><p>• Health insurance</p><p>• Life insurance</p><p>• Paid time off</p><p>• Vision Insurance</p>
<p>Are you a highly motivated, team-oriented professional with a passion for leadership and accounting in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Robert Half is proud to partner with a growing private equity client in their search for a <strong>Controller</strong>. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing organization and make a direct impact on the success of their business.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>As the <strong>Controller</strong>, you will:</p><ul><li>Lead, develop, coach, and maintain the accountability of the accounting team.</li><li>Oversee the Credit and Collections team (CFS) and Accounts Receivable processes.</li><li>Ensure the safe custody of assets, financial records, and corporate documents.</li><li>Manage and improve accounting policies, procedures, and controls.</li><li>Handle treasury management and oversee cash flow.</li><li>Supervise payroll operations and ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Administer the employee 401(k) benefit plan and exercise full ownership.</li><li>Oversee and maximize the utilization of the Sage Intacct G/L System, ensuring it provides critical insights for the business.</li><li>Manage business insurance policies and maintain compliance.</li><li>Take full responsibility for the monthly close process, providing accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Act as a point of contact for the annual audit, working with external auditors to ensure successful completion.</li><li>Oversee income tax functions and coordinate with external accounting firms for tax preparation and filing.</li><li>Collaborate with the Director of FP&A on monthly forecasting, annual financial planning, and financial reporting.</li><li>Work with functional department heads to monitor and manage monthly expenditures and budgets.</li><li>Provide leadership with key financial insights to support informed, strategic business decisions.</li><li>Drive process improvements and kaizen initiatives in the accounting team.</li><li>Perform other ad hoc duties as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. This role will oversee financial reporting, technical accounting, and multi-entity consolidations while supporting sound business decisions through accurate and timely analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to guide accounting processes in a complex, multi-divisional environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the day-to-day accounting function, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and maintained in accordance with U.S. GAAP.</p><p>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation and review of financial statements and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Manage consolidation activities across multiple business units, ensuring consistent reporting and appropriate intercompany accounting treatment.</p><p>• Research accounting matters, evaluate technical guidance, and recommend compliant treatment for complex transactions.</p><p>• Supervise and develop accounting staff, setting priorities, reviewing work, and promoting strong internal controls across the organization.</p><p>• Partner with operational and business leaders to provide financial insight, resolve reporting issues, and improve overall accounting performance.</p><p>• Support audits and other external reporting requirements by preparing documentation and coordinating with auditors and internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefit : </strong>Medical/Dental, 401k & PTO</p><p>“Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.” to your posting. Once complete, let me know.</p><p><br></p>